Recently named one of the top 50 young designers of the Americas Jacob Marks’ work is rooted in a philosophy that argues for the inextricability of good design and fine workmanship. His designs are defined by distinctive austerity and warmth and a timeless quality accentuated by the use of natural materials like timber, leather, stone, and metal. Distinguished for his graceful seating elements and spare, rectilinear casegoods and tables — unique in their negotiation of proportion, line and visual weight — Marks’ designs have garnered international praise and been showcased in a range of residential and commercial spaces throughout the world. He has earned a domestic and international following for its distinctive approach to modern design—one that emphasizes sustainable practices, authentic materials, and extraordinary workmanship.